Lionel Messi, full name Lionel Andrés Messi, is an Argentine professional footballer who plays as a forward for Paris Saint-Germain and the Argentina national team. He was born on June 24, 1987, in Rosario, Argentina. Messi began playing soccer at a young age and joined the youth team at Newell's Old Boys. He quickly moved up the ranks and made his professional debut for the club in 2004. In 2005, he joined Barcelona, where he spent the majority of his career and became one of the greatest players in the world. He won numerous individual awards, including seven Ballon d'Or awards, and helped Barcelona win numerous domestic and international titles. In 2021, he joined Paris Saint-Germain, and He has a son named Thiago Messi. Messi is considered one of the greatest soccer players of all time, known for his incredible skill, speed, and goal-scoring ability.

Lionel Messi is widely considered one of the greatest soccer players of all time. He has won numerous individual awards, including seven Ballon d'Or awards, which are given to the best player in the world each year. He has also helped Barcelona win numerous domestic and international titles, including ten La Liga titles, seven Copa del Rey titles, and four UEFA Champions League titles.

In addition to his success on the field, Messi is also known for his humility and charitable work. He has been involved in various charitable organizations, including the Lionel Messi Foundation, which focuses on improving education and health for children.

In his personal life, Messi is known to be private and keeps his family life separate from his professional life. He is married to Antonella Roccuzzo, whom he has known since he was a child, and they have three children together.

In 2021, Messi left Barcelona after 20 years and joined Paris Saint-Germain in France. He continues to play for the national team of Argentina.


Some unknown information about Messi:

1. Messi's father, Jorge, worked as a steel factory manager and coached the local youth soccer team where Messi first began to develop his skills.

2. Messi was diagnosed with a growth hormone deficiency as a child and his family could not afford the treatment. Barcelona offered to pay for his treatment and bring him to Spain to join their youth academy.

3. Messi has a tattoo of his mother's face on his left shoulder, as a tribute to her.

4. Messi has a clause in his contract that allows him to leave the team for free every summer, which has led to speculation about potential transfers throughout his career.

5. In 2012, Messi became a UNICEF Goodwill Ambassador and has been actively involved in the organization's efforts to improve the lives of children around the world.

6. Messi has his own line of clothing and perfume, called "Messi."

7. Messi is a big fan of the Argentine rock band Patricio Rey y sus Redonditos de Ricotta.

8. Messi was once a ballboy for the Argentina national team during a match against Paraguay in 1993.

9. Messi has a strong friendship with his former Barcelona teammate, Luis Suarez, and they often vacation together with their families.

10. Messi has a passion for cars and has a collection of luxury cars, including a Ferrari F430 Spider, an Audi R8, and a Maserati GranTurismo.

11. Messi's charitable foundation, the Leo Messi Foundation, focuses on improving education and health for children, as well as promoting sports as a means of personal and social development.

12. Messi has a trademark goal celebration, in which he lifts his shirt over his head and kisses his abs, which he has done since he was a teenager.

13. Messi has a close relationship with his family, and they often travel with him to matches and tournaments.

14. Messi is a fan of basketball and is friends with several professional basketball players, including Michael Jordan and Kobe Bryant.

15. Messi's nickname is "La Pulga" which means "The Flea" in Spanish, a reference to his small size and agility on the field.

16. Messi has won numerous individual awards and accolades throughout his career, including the Golden Foot award, the FIFA World Player of the Year award, and the UEFA Best Player in Europe award.